半夏瀉心湯의 方論에 관한 고찰

Consideration in the Interpretation of the Banhasasim-tang

Objectives : The purpose of this study was to investigate the interpretation of Banhasasim-tang(BHSST) prescription in order to obtain the traditional significance. Methods : We have analyzed the interpretation on the BHSST prescription through translations and comparisons based on classic books about the oriental medical prescriptions. Results : 1. The source of BHSST in Donguibogam(東醫寶鑑) is Sanghanron(傷寒論) and Geumgueyoryak(金匱要略) etc. 2. Meaning of “Banhasasim(半夏瀉心)” in the BHSST name, the word “Banha” is one of the herb which palys a role as a Monarch herb(君藥) in BHSST, the word “Sa” means a function to penetrate and eliminate adisorder, and the word “Sim” means an epigastrium in the area below the heart organ and it doesn’t mean a heart organ itself. 3. The effect of BHSST is penetrating and eliminating focal distention and fullness in the epigastrium to normalize the function of a gastrointestinal tract(脾胃機能). 4. According to wide range of symptom, BHSST can be utilized in various ways by adding or subtracting herbs. Conclusions : In this study, we have demonstrated various methodologies. This paper will be useful to the future researchers and clinicians to conduct a study on herbal medicines such as BHSST.